Popular Sakura Song Ranking [2025]

Sakura MelodyMiliyah Kato × Shota Shimizu64rank/position

Miliyah Kato × Shota Shimizu 'Sakura Melody'

Sakura Melody is a collaborative track by Miliyah Kato and Shota Shimizu, who also drew attention with their collaborations on Love Forever and FOREVER LOVE.

Included on the compilation album THE BEST, created as part of their joint project, the song was written by Noriyuki Makihara.

Set to a poignant melody that evokes the fleeting impression of cherry blossoms, it sings of a springtime parting—a separation chosen for each other’s future.

The melody, likening those bittersweet feelings to cherry blossoms, perfectly suits a woman’s delicate sensibilities.

Only the graduation photo knowsHinatazaka4665rank/position

The Only One Who Knows Is the Graduation Photo by Hinatazaka46

A spring song by Hinatazaka46 that poignantly sings of cherry blossoms, graduation, and unspoken love.

With lyrics by Yasushi Akimoto and music by Nasuka, the piece is set on the day of a graduation ceremony, portraying memories and regrets that resurface with the arrival of spring.

In the music video—filmed on a set themed around cherry blossom trees—Nao Kosaka takes center stage as a dreamlike, parade-like world unfolds.

First performed at the Tokyo Dome on December 26, 2024, it was released as the group’s 13th single on January 29, 2025.

Capturing the feelings of youthful, unripe love and the emotions left unsaid, it’s a track that deeply resonates with younger listeners.

It’s also a perfect fit for elementary school graduation ceremonies and springtime events.

cherry blossomShota Shimizu66rank/position

Shota Shimizu “Sakura” MV

This song, with its memorable, sentimental lyrics about seeing cherry blossoms in spring and being reminded of a former lover, is by Shota Shimizu.

One of Shimizu’s greatest charms is his beautifully clear, translucent voice, and you can feel that appeal in abundance here.

In particular, the chorus—where he switches between chest voice and falsetto—paired with the pure feelings depicted in the lyrics, is moving enough to bring you to tears.

It’s a recommended track when you’re in the mood for a calm, beautiful song.

Cherry blossom seasonFujifabric67rank/position

Fujifabric – Sakura Season

A nostalgic cherry blossom song that blends melancholy with warmth.

It’s a track by the rock band Fujifabric—known for hits like “Wakamono no Subete”—released in 2004 as their major-label debut single.

The guitar phrases, imbued with funk music’s essence, and the emotionally resonant piano draw you in with their interplay.

The lyrics, which capture subtle emotional nuances without framing farewell as either hopeless or positive, read almost like literature.

The cherry blossoms bloom.ET-KING68rank/position

ET-KING / Sakura Saku

I think it resonates especially when you listen to it at times like graduation or moving away from your hometown! It’s a song by the Osaka-born music group ET-KING, released in 2010 as their 13th single.

Thanks to its catchy melody and down-to-earth vocals, the message in the lyrics comes through directly.

Having friends who make you feel this way is truly wonderful, isn’t it? Because of its content, I can recommend it as a great song to sing at a farewell party karaoke!

Before the cherry blossoms bloomMushroom Empire69rank/position

Kinoko Teikoku – Before the Cherry Blossoms Bloom

Kinoko Teikoku’s “Before the Cherry Blossoms Bloom” portrays leaving a familiar town to chase dreams and goals.

Released in 2015, the song is their debut single.

The lyrics depict someone who, though reluctant to part with the time spent with friends, expresses a resolve to leave this place for their own ambitions.

The words convey a strong determination and poignancy—as if saying they may never meet again—while a touch of playful phrasing still lets you feel the weight of their goal.

And the idea of leaving even before the cherry blossoms bloom gives it a cool edge, too!

Let the cherry blossoms bloomstorm70rank/position

[+81 DANCE STUDIO] Arashi – Sakura Sake / Performed by Travis Japan

It’s a beloved classic that’s hugely popular as a cheer song.

It’s a track by the national idol group Arashi, released in 2005 as their 14th single.

Incredibly catchy, with a refreshing rock-style sound—it’s a pleasure to listen to.

The positive lyrics, packed with a powerful message to keep moving forward no matter what, are also a major draw.

It may resonate especially with those about to take entrance exams.

It’s also a great pick for karaoke.